Stage Technician

City of Thousand Oaks•Thousand Oaks, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Thousand Oaks’ Cultural Affairs Department is hiring a Stage Technician to support the Scherr Forum Theatre at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center. Under the direction of the Technical Director, the role performs semi-skilled and skilled work operating and maintaining theatre sound, lighting, and rigging systems for rehearsals, performances, concerts, meetings, and other productions. The technician may provide lighting or sound design for visiting production companies, help advance productions, and coordinate with visiting production teams and road production managers. The position provides lead direction to hourly stagehands, oversees stage and technical equipment readiness, and may serve as Stage Supervisor when the Technical Director is absent. The work schedule includes nights, weekends, and holidays; extended hours and occasional work outdoors may be required. The position is full-time.

Requirements

Three years of experience maintaining electrical systems and equipment associated with live performing arts venues.
Previous experience leading and supervising crews of varying sizes and interacting with production teams and touring productions.
Demonstrated proficiency in technical theatre, preferably in lighting, audio, rigging, and/or carpentry.
Ability to read, interpret, and draft schematics, including lighting and audio stage plots, elevations, and designs.
Knowledge of stage-lighting principles and practices, including hanging and focusing lighting instruments or audio equipment.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Experience working with Windows and Mac operating systems.
Working knowledge of Lightwright, QLab, and Shure Wireless Workbench.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, strong time-management skills, and ability to adapt to changing conditions.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Valid Class C California driver’s license.
Ability to lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more.
Ability to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and some holidays; occasional work in outdoor weather conditions may be required.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with L'Acoustics Network Manager and DigiCo consoles.
Experience using ETC consoles and Strand dimmers.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain theatre sound, lighting, and/or rigging systems during rehearsals, performances, concerts, and meetings, ensuring they are in proper working order.
Serve as Lighting or Sound Designer for visiting production companies.
Compose rail schedules and design rigging for visiting companies.
Install, operate, maintain, and return rental equipment brought in by visiting companies.
Oversee repertory lighting plots and/or lighting and audio systems and equipment; advance productions and schedule technical staff.
Serve as Stage Supervisor in the absence of the Technical Director and perform related duties as assigned.
Provide lead direction to hourly stagehands during setup, operation, and teardown of stage setups.
Oversee maintenance and readiness of the Performing Arts Center’s lighting, audio, and video equipment.
Participate in phone and/or email advance conversations in preparation for upcoming productions.
Assist road production managers and technical staff to ensure productions are executed as intended.
Train other hourly stagehands to function as electrical workers and/or department heads in the technician’s absence.